Smoke and Heat Detectors Installation

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Smoke and Heat Detectors

Smoke and heat detection system is a legal obligation for all rental properties in the United Kingdom. Homeowners are also advised to get smoke and heat detectors installed in their properties for ensuring safety and prompt evacuation in case of fire hazards. Installing smoke and heat detectors in your property does not serve the purpose of effective safety unless periodic inspections and required maintenance is done keep the detectors in good working condition.

The requirement to have smoke, carbon monoxide and heat alarms depends on the type of property and its use. Here’s a breakdown for the UK:

Types of Smoke Alarms

Smoke alarms use different technologies to detect smoke or fire. Choosing the right type depends on the location and potential fire risks in each area of a property.

Type of Heat Detectors

Heat detectors come in following three types.

  1. Rate-of-Rise Heat Detectors: This detector trigger s an alarm when the temperature rises rapidly, typically 6.7°C to 8.3°C (12°F to 15°F) per minute, even if it hasn’t reached the fixed threshold.
  2. Fixed-Temperature Heat Detectors: Fixed-Temperature heat detectors are usually calibrated to preset temperature of 57°C and get triggered once this temperature is reached.
  3. Multi-Criteria Heat Detectors: This type of heat detector is designed to detect rate-of-rise as well as fixed temperature and is considered more efficient.

Installation Recommendations for Smoke Alarms and Heat Detectors

Smoke alarms and heat detectors are standard features of a new home since its introduction in the Building Regulations – Approved Document B in 1992. Installation of smoke alarms and heat detectors as per the latest standards defines their suitable location. Smoke alarms and heat detectors are also vital in ensuring efficient lifesaving detection and quick response.

Some of the common recommendations of placing smoke alarms and heat detectors are: 

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